Lori Kerch

Background

About Lori Kerch

Results-driven finance executive leading high-performance teams and driving operational improvements for professional service firms, logistics, and consumer products industries. Proven track record of partnering with executive leadership and boards to develop and execute strategies enabling sustainable growth and shareholder value creation through mergers and acquisitions, capital raises, and operational enhancements. Financial Planning & Analysis: Built FP & A infrastructure, created financial models, conducted scenario planning, analyzed market trends to advise on strategic decisions and long-range plans. Mergers & Acquisitions: Led due diligence and post-acquisition integration for a dozen deals. Managed underwriting and financing for subsidiary acquisitions. Process Improvement: Implemented ERP systems, streamlined and designed processes to strengthen internal controls. Rebuilt treasury and receivables function reducing DSO. Leadership: Built finance teams from the ground up and mentored talent at all levels. Visible representative building trusted relationships with colleagues, clients, investors, and other stakeholders. Core competencies include financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, capital management, ERP implementation, M&A integration, process improvement, team building, and leadership development. Licensed (Active - State of Michigan) Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and AICPA Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA)